Incidents involving acetylene

This generic risk assessment applies to the work of Fire and Rescue Authorities at incidents involving acetylene. It is not intended to cover every conceivable hazard present but identifies the significant risks inherent with incidents involving acetylene cylinders or other forms of acetylene storage. This document suggests control measures that may be used to effectively deal with such occurrences. The assessment is particular to firefighting, rescue or other operations, at locations where acetylene may be stored and/or used in a variety of commercial and domestic settings